After spending nine months with an expectant mom…delivery day is a celebration and we don't want to miss that moment with our patients.
-Denise Nickel, a certified nurse-midwife

Certified Nurse-Midwives

When you’re sporting a baby bump, it seems the questions never end. Boy or girl? Cloth diapers or disposables? OB-GYN or nurse-midwife?

If you’re curious about midwifery, you can learn more here.

What is a certified nurse-midwife?

A certified nurse-midwife (CNM) is a registered nurse who is educated in nursing and midwifery and certified through the American College of Nurse-Midwives.

CNMs focus on educating and empowering women to make healthy decisions. We encourage you to ask questions and be actively involved in the care you receive. Your family is welcome to participate in office visits and during labor and birth.

What services do certified nurse-midwives provide?

CNMs provide comprehensive women’s healthcare. They care for you from the early stages of pregnancy, through labor and delivery and into the first phase of postpartum care. CNMs generally deliver babies in a hospital or birth center and not at home.

Your certified nurse-midwife will provide support in a variety of ways:

Before pregnancy - Talk with you about family planning and offer expert advice for achieving your best possible health before becoming pregnant

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